3'-Sialyllactose Sodium Salt(Synthetic)
Cat. No. FNK-SL006010
Features:
Size: 10 mg
Molecular Formula: C
23H
38NO
19Na
Molecular weight: 655.53
Purity: 99%
Storage: -20°C
Product description
3'-Sialyllactose Sodium Salt is a synthetic version of a human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) naturally present in human breast milk. It is a trisaccharide composed of sialic acid, galactose, and glucose, chemically synthesized to mimic the natural compound.
Properties
- Molecular formula: C23H38NO19Na
- Molecular weight: Approximately 655.53 g/mol
- Appearance: White to off-white powder
- Solubility: Highly soluble in water
- Purity: Typically ≥98%
Applications and usage
- Research tool for studying human milk oligosaccharides
- Used in infant formula development to mimic human milk composition
- Investigated for potential prebiotic and immunomodulatory effects
- Employed in studies related to infant gut microbiome development
- Potential applications in functional foods and nutraceuticals
Safety and handling
- For research use only - not for human consumption without proper evaluation
- Handle with appropriate personal protective equipment
- Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture
- Hygroscopic - protect from humidity
Involved human diseases
While not directly treating diseases, 3'-Sialyllactose is being studied for its potential role in:
- Infant nutrition and development
- Gastrointestinal disorders in infants
- Immune system modulation and development
- Cognitive development in infants
- Potential applications in adult gut health and immunity